Shooter · 2001
Serious Sam: The First Encounter
There were times when first person shooters were much simpler than now. There wasn't so much going on with the story or plot but rather the main purpose of shooters was nothing more but shooting. Serious Sam: The First Encounter, made by Croteam, was no different. It was the first game in the series. The difference…
Key facts
- Released
- 21 March 2001
- Genre
- Shooter · Indie · Action
- Length
- ≈ 17 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Co-op · Couch
- Platforms
- PC · Nintendo
- Studio
- Croteam
- Publisher
- Devolver Digital
- Critics
- Metacritic 87
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 87 — critics loved it
- A 2001 classic that aged well
- "With friends" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Serious Sam: The First Encounter?
Expect about 17 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Serious Sam: The First Encounter with friends?
Yes: Serious Sam: The First Encounter can be played solo, in co-op and together on one screen.
What platforms is Serious Sam: The First Encounter on?
Serious Sam: The First Encounter is available on PC and Nintendo.
Is Serious Sam: The First Encounter a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 87.
What games are like Serious Sam: The First Encounter?
In the same spirit: Serious Sam: The Second Encounter, Serious Sam 2 and Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter.
